Black Bean Salad Recipe

INGREDIENTS

• 1 (15 ounce) can of black beans, thoroughly rinsed, and drained (or 1 1/2 cup of freshly cooked black beans)
• 1 1/2 cups frozen corn, defrosted (or fresh corn, parboiled, drained and cooled)
• 1/2 cup red onion
• 1 red bell pepper, seeded and chopped
• 1 avocado, peeled, seeded, and cut into chunks
• 1/2 cup fresh chopped cilantro
• 2 Tbsp lime juice (about the amount of juice from one lime)
• 1 Tbsp olive oil
• 1/2 tsp cumin
• Salt and pepper to taste

METHOD
Make sure to rinse and drain the beans, if you are using canned beans.
In a large bowl, combine the beans, corn, onions, bell pepper, avocado, cilantro, lime juice and olive oil. Add salt and pepper to taste. Chill before serving.
Serves 6 to 8.